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Indonesia to Scrap Taxes on Home Purchases: BPHTB, PBG, and PPN Axed to Boost Home Ownership
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The Indonesian government has announced plans to eliminate several taxes and fees imposed on citizens purchasing homes, aiming to boost homeownership and support the housing sector.
Breaking Down the Changes:
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Bea Perolehan Hak Atas Tanah dan Bangunan (BPHTB) – This tax, currently set at 5% of the selling price (after excluding the Nilai Perolehan Objek Tidak Kena Pajak), will be slashed to 0%. Minister of Housing and Settlement Maruarar Sirait revealed that this decision was reached in a joint decree signed by Ministers Tito Karnavian (Interior), and Dody Hanggodo (Public Works).
"Reducing BPHTB to 0% will significantly help Indonesian citizens afford their own homes," Minister Sirait stated at the Presidential Palace on Tuesday (7/1).
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Persetujuan Bangun Gedung (PBG) – This building permit fee, which varies depending on factors like construction cost, size, and location, will also be eliminated for residential buildings. Minister Sirait confirmed, "PBG for residential buildings will be 0%."
- Pajak Pertambahan Nilai (PPN) – In six months, PPN for home purchases under IDR 2 billion will be waived. Minister Sirait explained, "This is about helping low- and middle-income families afford their own homes."
To further facilitate homeownership, the government is also expediting the issuance of building permits. The process, previously taking 45 days, will now be completed within 10 days.
Sources:
CNN Indonesia
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